1985 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
